Our Team

Richard Newhart, D.D.S

Dr. Richard Newhart is a Periodontist (gum disease specialist) in Parkersburg, WV. He is the first Periodontist in the state of WV to offer LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure), which is a gentle, more effective way to treat bone loss. The Gum Doctor has been serving the Mid-Ohio Valley since 1989. Procedures he performs include: Dental Implants, Gingival Gum Grafts, Bone Grafting, Frenectomy, Gingivectomy, Crown Lengthening, Tooth Exposures for Orthodontics, Pinhole Surgical Technique to cover exposed roots and more.

Dr. Richard Newhart has done ongoing and extensive specialty training to give the best advanced periodontal care to his patients! He has attended literally thousands of hours of continuing education since graduating from Case Western Reserve Dental School. Dr. Newhart graduated summa cum laude from Case Western Reserve University in 1983 and then attended Case Western Dental School, where he graduated in a group at the top of his class!

Dr. Newhart was accepted right out of dental school into periodontal specialty training at the prestigious University of Washington School of Dentistry Periodontal Program, where he obtained his specialty certificate in the treatment of gum disease, along with five other periodontists.

Dr. Newhart completed an externship on surgical dental implant placement at the Midwest Implant Institute in Columbus in 1999 and was voted the most outstanding intern in his class. He placed his first dental implant in Columbus, OH before ever placing them in Parkersburg, WV.

More recently, Dr. Newhart has had training in advanced laser periodontics, oral surgery, and low-level laser biostimulation with Waterlase Laser System. The Waterlase laser allows Dr. Newhart to do some surgeries, like biopsies and frenectomies without shots or sutures!

In 2008, Dr. Newhart has also completed the Institute of Advanced Laser Dentistry Proficiency Dental Laser Course, allowing him to do laser-assisted new attachment procedure (LANAP) for his patients using the latest laser FDA treatment for periodontal disease. Dr. Newhart is a licensed gum specialist by the state of West Virginia and dental licensed in WV and OH. Dr. Newhart is the only certified LANAP dentist in the entire state of West Virginia at this time.

Dr. Newhart is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Periodontology and has been a member of the WV Dental Society for 25 years! Dr. Newhart believes in keeping up with the latest research and treatment options for his patients!

If you need any dental or periodontal work done, come to the experienced Gum Doctor with the only water laser therapy in the state of WV!

Niki

Hometown: Parkersburg, WV

Role at Dr. Newhart’s: Financial Coordinator

First job I ever had: I worked at a daycare center at age 15.

Why did you decide on a dental field? I was looking for a new experience and an opportunity to learn insurance billing.

Hobbies and interests: I enjoy reading, traveling, and exploring the outdoors with my twin children.

What is something that people don’t know about you? I have eaten ice cream every day for most of my life, and seek out ice cream shops when traveling! My grandmother was an ice cream fanatic and started me out on ice cream every single day since I was 3 years old.

What is your favorite food? Seafood, BBQ, and ice cream!

Patty

Hometown: Clearlake, CA

Role at Dr. Newhart’s: Patient Educator and Correspondence Coordinator

First job I ever had: Babysitting

Why did you decide on a dental field? The field seemed interesting and the office was in walking distance from my house.

Hobbies and interests: reading, traveling, backpacking, the outdoors

What is something that people don’t know about you? I traveled to Moscow, Russia for a mission trip during college.

What is your favorite food? Potatoes

Nikki

Hometown: Lovely, KY

Role at Dr. Newhart’s: RDH, Office Manager

First job I ever had: Food City Cashier

Why did you decide on the dental field? I always knew I wanted to do something in the medical field and I wanted to stay close to home. Growing up in rural Eastern Kentucky, it was evident the need for prevention and education in regard to oral health was great. Being able to pursue a fulfilling career close to home made the decision easy for me. Dental Hygiene it was! I love all aspects of what I do, and it’s a great feeling when you know you’ve made a positive impact in someone’s life.

Hobbies and interest: My outside of work life is filled with being a wife and mom to 4 boys. I spend my days filled with running with them and soaking in as much time as I can before they grow up.

What is something that people don’t know about you? Most people don’t know that I am an avid basketball fan who still likes to lace her sneakers up every now and again. If Kentucky Basketball is on, I’m watching it.

What is your favorite food? My favorite food is anything I don’t have to fix!

Lisa

Hometown: Vienna, WV

Role at Dr. Newhart’s: Dental Hygienist

First job I ever had: Dairy Queen

Why did you decide on a dental field? I liked going to the dentist when I was young and it seemed like a fun place to work.

Hobbies and interests: crafts and cooking

What is something that people don’t know about you? Not sure

What is your favorite food? Homemade noodles

Heather

Hometown: Belpre, OH

Role at Dr. Newhart’s: Dental Assistant and Jack of all Trades

First job I ever had: Subway at 15 ½ years old, then went to KFC at 16

Why did you decide on a dental field? It seemed very interesting and it is a rewarding job. I love to help people enjoy their smile. I chose here because he offered on-the-job training and he trusted me!

Hobbies and interests: crafts, watching my kids play sports, enjoying the outdoors

What is something that people don’t know about you? I enjoy listening to all different kinds of music. I enjoy watching the Resident and all 3 of the Chicago’s. When growing up, I wanted to work with kids and animals.

What is your favorite food? Mexican

Aislynn

Hometown: Vienna, WV

Role at Dr. Newhart’s: Dental Assistant

First job I ever had: Retail at the mall.

Why did you decide on the dental field? My sister did it and I thought it was fun! Decided to give it a shot!

Hobbies and interest: Going to the gym and spending time with daugther.

What is something that people don’t know about you? There isn’t much people don’t know! Bascially an open book!

What is your favorite food? Wings.